Information and Support for Surrogacy Arrangements
Resources, counselling information, legal guidance and practical tools for anyone navigating surrogacy in Australia and internationally.
Surrogacy Resources
Counselling information, video recordings, planning guides and practical tools for surrogates, intended parents and healthcare professionals.
Surrogacy Counselling Information
Click here to find more information about the specific pre-surrogacy and post-surrogacy counselling processes, including some topics to discuss as a surrogacy team prior to engaging in counselling.
Counselling with Narelle Dickinson
This video is part of a set of resources for Surrogacy Australia Support Service members, covering the basics of Australian altruistic surrogacy counselling.
Feeling Expectant: Services and Support during Surrogacy
Award winning lawyer, Carolyn Devries, hosts a panel of recognised experts with extensive experience working in the surrogacy space: Narelle Dickinson from QLD Family and Fertility Support, Sam Everingham from Surrogacy Australia and Stephen Page from Page Provan lawyers.
Surrogacy Birth Care Australia
An evidence-based resource hub dedicated to improving surrogacy birth care through research, education, and practical guidance. It offers valuable information to support healthcare professionals, surrogates, and intended parents in creating respectful, inclusive, and well-prepared surrogacy birth experiences.
Preparing for Birth, Guidance from 3 Counsellors - Surrogacy Australia
Narelle, Ellie and Elise join Surrogacy Australia to guide us through what to expect for Intended Parents and Surrogates when planning for birth.
The Surrogacy Process Chart – Sarah Jefford
A clear visual guide outlining the Australian surrogacy journey, including key steps, estimated timelines, and potential costs. This practical infographic helps intended parents and surrogates develop realistic expectations and better understand the surrogacy process from start to finish.
Guides for Birth & Care
Practical planning guides and best practice guidelines for surrogacy births — for intended parents, surrogates and healthcare teams.
Surrogacy Pregnancy and Birth Planning Guide – Sarah Jefford
Shared with permission from Sarah Jefford, this practical guide supports intended parents and surrogates to plan for the birth and immediate post-birth period. It encourages important conversations around preferences, roles, and expectations, and can also be a valuable resource for hospitals and healthcare teams involved in surrogacy care.
Best Practice Guidelines for Surrogacy Births – Sarah Jefford
Developed for hospital and healthcare staff, these guidelines provide a draft framework for delivering inclusive, respectful, and well-coordinated care during surrogacy births. The resource includes hyperlinks to further information and practical guidance to support best practice in maternity settings. Shared with permission from Sarah Jefford.